How to Communicate Better with Your Caregiver
Communication and caregiving go hand-in-hand. A caregiver can’t provide the proper care without the right communication, but it’s also true that communication is important to the one being cared for and their family. If you’re working with a caregiver...
Tips for Keeping Your Loved Ones Independent
Having independent loved ones is the ideal situation for everyone involved. It allows your loved ones to continue living independently, which is something they have been doing the majority of their lives, and it prevents you with being burdened...
Tips for Those Who Care for Seniors with an Addiction
Alcohol can enhance a wide variety of celebrations, and it can help you relax after a stressful day. Unfortunately, alcohol isn’t always so innocent. For those who are dealing with alcohol and loved ones who have...
Preparing Seniors for Surgery
A lot goes into preparing a patient for surgery. The doctor will need a medical history of the patient and a list of medications, in addition to all the prep that takes place immediately before the surgery. It’s easy for caregivers to...
Strategies to Deal with the Stress of Home Care
The stress of home health care can take its toll. Although you want what’s best for your loved one, it shouldn’t come at the expense of your mental and physical health. Caring for a loved one can...
What Is Tremor, and How Is It Treated?
“What is tremor?” is a common question among the elderly and their family members. It is an important condition to understand because it can greatly affect the lives of you and the people you love....
Should You Work Through an Agency When Hiring Private Duty Home Care Workers?
Home care workers, also known as home health aides, nursing assistants, and custodial care workers, can provide a variety of services that allow an individual to remain independent in their home. They can...
Signs a Senior Needs Help at Home
When it comes to determining if mom or dad needs help at home, some senior warning signs are easy to spot. For example, if your loved one is hospitalized after a fall in the bathroom, the time has come...
How Do People Cope with Growing Old Without Children?
More and more people are choosing not to have children. That frees up more time and money to build a career or travel the world, but it can cause some problems that many people don’t anticipate as...
How to Know When Your Elderly Parents Need Help
It isn’t always obvious when your elderly parents could use a little help. It’s a slow, progressive process, and you might not realize they could use some assistance until it’s too late and an accident occurs.
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